Expo 2020 Dubai

Welcome to the World's Greatest Show | 1st Oct 21 – 31st Mar 22

The world’s longest-running and largest mega-event attracts more visitors than the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. World Expos are hosted every five years in cities around the world and have wowed audiences since their inception in London in 1851. In November 2013, Dubai won the bid to host the World Expo in 2020,
becoming the first Middle Eastern city in history to do so. Expo 2020 Dubai sets several ‘firsts’ as its doors open to visitors for six exciting months.

Embark on a journey of a lifetime

The world in one place

The most global Expo ever, offering unrivalled cultural experiences from more than 190 countries. Join the greatest global gathering, meet innovators and entertainers, and taste flavours from around the globe, every day for six months.

Equivalent to 600 football pitches, discover ideas and innovations that will shape and improve the future of the people and planet. Reimagine a better future, discover life-changing innovations and explore everything we can be.

The world's most inspiring architecture

Explore the city of the future, designed for better, more sustainable and human-centric living, filled with architectural and operational ideas on how we will exist.
Visit the world’s most visually striking and emotionally inspiring architecture, every day for six months.

See the best architects from around the world including: ASIF KHAN – FOSTER + PARTNERS – GRIMSHAW – AGI ARCHITECTS – ADRIAN SMITH + GORDON GILL – SANTIAGO CALATRAVA among many others.

Explore the Expo 2020 pavilions

Thematic Pavilions


From the world’s most renowned architects and creative teams behind blockbuster movies, the Thematic Pavilions bring to life the Expo sub-themes through experiences never seen before.

Country Pavilions


With 190+ country pavilions from Australia to Zimbabwe, experience the world's people, technology and environment in one place.

Landmark Pavilions


Visit the Expo Live Pavilion for a a multi-sensory interactive journey and Women's Pavilion to learn about unseen contributions, and the role women have played throughout history.

Organisation & Partner Pavilions


With 6 pavilions, marvel at the GCC’s golden threads and visit a university of the future plus much more.

The world's greatest show

The most breathtaking entertainment and events that include concerts, theatre and sports brought together during a six-month spectacle. Experience the world’s best entertainment from local and international artists, every day for six months.

Diverse live events & performances every day

Diverse live events & performances every day


There’ll always be something to get excited about, with a jam-packed programme of live performances including world-famous stars, comedy greats, local talent and touring attractions.

From roaming dance entertainment, acrobats and street performers to poetry slams and theatrical performances, enjoy cultural experiences from five continents that’ll excite your senses and touch your heart.

You'll be entertained like never before!

Entertainment from around the world


Enter a world of magic and discovery as we showcase the incredible and exciting work of our International Participants, including brilliant cultural performances, theatre, art, music, conferences and much more.

Over the course of the event’s 182 days, there will be no shortage of excitement.

Once-in-a-lifetime immersive experiences

Enjoy projection, light and sound shows on the largest 360-degree projection surface in the world and immerse yourself in dining inspired by space, microbiology and artificial intelligence.

With Immersive Experiences, Projection Showcases and Live Theatrical Shows, the Expo site is a playground for your senses, pulling you in multiple directions, creating worlds that are deep, unpredictable and, of course, entertaining.

What's on the menu at Expo 2020?

Surprise yourself with the future of food and technology. From tailor-made private group dining experiences to thematic award gala dinners, Expo 2020 provides the perfect venue and/or outlet for every request across more than 100 food-and-beverage options. From everyday treats to creative cuisine, take a food lover’s journey through the world. Try authentic cuisines from around the world including Levant Fusion, Peruvian, Brazilian, Euro-Fusion and much more. Plus more than 30 never-seen-before dining concepts in Dubai.

Expo 2020 Dubai is waiting for you


*Book your 2024/25 holiday with Netflights and secure your holiday with a deposit from £49 per person. Call us on 0204 502 9216 to find out more (calls charged at a local rate). Deposit amounts may vary. The exact deposit required will be advised at the time of booking. This offer only applies to flight and hotel bookings made in one transaction over the telephone with an agent. This promotion is not applicable to bookings made online. The balance of the cost of your travel arrangements must be paid 8 weeks prior to the departure date. If your booking is made within 8 weeks of your departure date, the total cost of your travel arrangements must be paid at the time of booking. PLEASE NOTE FAILURE TO PAY ON TIME WILL RESULT IN CANCELLATION. The above prices are guidelines only and are correct at the time of publishing. Subject to availability. Other travel dates are available, supplements may apply. Please use the search box or call for details. For more information please read our Pricing Terms and Conditions.

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